Wed May 1 | 09:11 | Bobby Portis Returns To Double-Double Form On Tuesday |
Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Bobby Portis was back to his best against Indiana on Tuesday, helping the team extend the series in Game 5 with a 29-point, 10-rebound double-double. He shot 14-for-24 from the field and had one assist and one steal as well. This was an impressive bounce-back performance from Portis after he was limited to only four points and three rebounds in Game 4 due to an early ejection. Filling in for Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) in the first unit, Portis has done a great job, averaging 15.8 points and 10.6 rebounds in the series. He should remain a double-double threat even if Antetokounmpo is cleared for action and Portis heads back to the bench. |
Source: ESPN | RotoBaller.com |
Sun Apr 28 | 19:34 | Bobby Portis Ejected On Sunday |
Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis was ejected in Sunday's playoff matchup with the Pacers. Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) and Damian Lillard (Achilles) weren't available for this contest, so Portis was expected to play a pivotal role offensively. However, after receiving two technicals for a physical confrontation with Andrew Nembhard, his night is over. Portis will finish with four points and three rebounds, with AJ Green, Andre Jackson Jr., and Pat Connaughton expected to see more action for the shorthanded Bucks. |
Source: TV Broadcast | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Apr 16 | 09:41 | Bobby Portis Happy With Life Under Doc Rivers |
Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Bobby Portis has given head coach Doc Rivers a vote of confidence, saying he has unlocked a whole new player in him. Rivers' fit with the Bucks has been questioned heavily after he replaced Adrian Griffin in late January and finished the regular season with a losing record at the helm. He went 17-19 with the Bucks, which saw the team drop to the third seed in the Eastern Conference. Portis averaged 15.3 points and 8.9 rebounds under Rivers, a slight improvement from his season averages. The 29-year-old could end up playing a very big role in the first-round matchup against Indiana, with Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) in a race to get healthy for the series. |
Source: SiriusXM NBA Radio | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 | 18:49 | Bobby Portis Available To Play Versus Oklahoma City |
Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis (rest) will be available to play in Friday's contest against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The 29-year-old was originally listed as questionable on earlier injury reports but will be active for this game. Fantasy managers will be happy to see Portis on the court, as he is coming off a dominant performance on Wednesday, scoring 30 points and securing nine rebounds while recording five steals against the Orlando Magic. Damian Lillard (adductor) and Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) are not playing, which will likely create plenty of opportunities for Portis. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Jan 12 | 11:01 | Bobby Portis Posts Big Double-Double In Blowout Win |
Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis may not be posting the same type of numbers that he did last season, but he's always a threat to go off in any given game. The 28-year-old posted one of his best games of the season en route to a blowout win over the Boston Celtics on Thursday. The veteran forward finished with 28 points, 12 rebounds, and one steal while shooting 11-for-18 overall and 5-for-6 from deep. For the fantasy managers that have hung on to him in deeper leagues, this was an amazing sight, but his value in 12-team leagues and fewer hasn't been as great. Portis has even seen fewer minutes this year, so he's still a bit harder to trust in smaller leagues. |
Source: ESPN | RotoBaller.com |
Wed Aug 30 2023 | 09:22 | Bobby Portis Has Very Productive 16 Minutes Against Jordan |
Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Bobby Portis came alive at the FIBA World Cup on Wednesday, producing the goods at both ends of the court in a blowout victory over Jordan. The 28-year-old notched 13 points on 4-for-8 shooting and registered six rebounds with three steals in 16 minutes. Playing as a backup, Portis had logged only 22 minutes across the first two games of the tournament, but the Americans completely dominated Wednesday's game, and head coach Steve Kerr decided to spread the minutes around more. Every Team USA player logged at least 12 minutes and nobody saw over 21 minutes on the court. Portis & Co. will continue the show on Friday versus Montenegro. |
Source: FIBA | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Mar 10 2023 | 10:18 | Bobby Portis Scores Season-High 28 Points |
Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis got the start on Thursday while Giannis Antetokounmpo (illness) remained on the sidelines. The 28-year-old didn't disappoint by posting one of his best games of the season with 28 points, 13 rebounds, and two assists on 11-for-15 shooting from the floor and 3-for-4 from beyond the arc. When he's on the floor alongside Brook Lopez, his offensive game is maximized since he can score from all three levels. Any time he's inserted in the starting lineup, he's an instant streaming option for anyone that may need an extra big man. |
Source: ESPN | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Mar 2 2023 | 12:52 | LaMelo Ball Post-Mortem: Fantasy Basketball Impact |
On Tuesday, the Charlotte Hornets made it official when they shut down their star guard LaMelo Ball for the remainder of the 2022-2023 NBA season.Many fantasy managers' worst fears were realized when Ball's non-contact injury in Monday night's game against Detroit turned out to be a fractured ankle. Charlotte's season was already lost, but fantasy managers were hoping to get a few more weeks from Ball who, when healthy, was putting up huge numbers this season.To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news.  2022-2023 Season RecapLaMelo Ball will finish his third NBA season with the following numbers. 23.3 points, 6.4 rebounds, 8.4 assists, 4.0 3PM, 1.3 STL, 0.3 BLK, 3.6 TO, 41.1% FG%, 83.6% FT%He played in only 36 games this year and is currently 32nd overall in per-game value for 9-cat in Basketball Monster's player ratings.When he was on the floor, he was a triple-double threat on a nightly basis. His talent is undeniable. Just look at what he did to the Spurs only a few weeks before getting hurt. |
Wed Mar 1 2023 | 09:25 | LeBron James Out-Could He Miss The Rest Of The Season? |
LeBron James has dominated the National Basketball Association since entering the league straight from high school. He's won numerous awards and has led several teams to an NBA Championship. During the 2022-23 season, the Akron, Ohio, native continued to get it done, despite battling several nagging ailments along the way.However, James' latest issue, a right foot injury, is expected to keep him out indefinitely. So what does this mean, and will we see James back on the court this season? Is there a chance he won't return?To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news.  James injured his right foot during the third quarter of Sunday's comeback win over the Dallas Mavericks. It was a tense few seconds after the multi-time MVP clutched his foot after suffering what was deemed a "non-contact injury." The concern grew to greater heights after he was overheard saying, "I heard a pop." Situations like this are never good, as many were concerned that an Achilles tear could be the culprit.https://twitter.com/FanDuelTV/status/1630602449227595777?s=20Yet, after James gathered himself, he tightened his shoe and finished the game, totaling 26 points, eight rebounds, one block, and one steal. Head coach Darvin Ham appeared optimistic while speaking postgame, stating the 38-year-old was "good."However, that couldn't be further from the case, with The Athletic's Shams Charania reporting that James would "miss an extended period of time" because of the foot injury. Charania later added that the all-time scoring leader would "require multiple opinions."https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/1630363560051187712?s=20  LeBron James' Season RecapDespite James' advanced NBA age, he's still productive. In 47 appearances, he's averaged 29.5 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 6.9 assists. While his three-point percentage has regressed, that's never been his strong suit.James was also named an All-Star captain while recently passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the NBA's all-time scoring leader.https://twitter.com/NBAonTNT/status/1623184801284104192?s=20That said, despite some high-level accomplishments, the year has been a rough one for the 2003 No. 1 overall pick. He's battled left foot soreness for nearly the entire season, so much so that he routinely carried some type of injury designation heading into almost all of his games over the last few months.... [ More] |
Sun Feb 26 2023 | 12:51 | Bobby Portis Starting Versus Phoenix |
Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis will start in Sunday's matchup versus the visiting Phoenix Suns. Giannis Antetokounmpo (quadriceps) is out after exiting in the first quarter on Friday against the Miami Heat. That said, the multi-time MVP has been banged up all year, so there's a chance he'll also miss Tuesday's game in Brooklyn. As a result, Portis, who has averaged 16.7 points, 11.0 rebounds, and shot 38.9% from downtown in 14 starts this season, will be a must-start fantasy. The 28-year-old will also be a popular DFS option for those participating in early contests. |
Source: Jim Owczarski | RotoBaller.com |
Wed Feb 22 2023 | 22:34 | Bobby Portis Expected To Suit Up On Friday |
Milwaukee Bucks center Bobby Portis (knee) is expected to suit up for Friday's game against the Miami Heat. The big man has been sidelined nearly a month, but was able to practice on Wednesday without any issues. The fact he has been out for so long means Portis will probably be limited during his first game back. His return is good news for the Bucks who could be without Giannis Antetokounmpo (wrist) for Friday's game. That being said, Portis could become a decent streaming option even in a limited role without Antetokounmpo available. It's also worth noting that Jae Crowder is expected to make his team debut on Friday. He should absorb extra minutes if the Bucks are without their superstar forward. Fantasy managers will need to check back on Friday for more information. |
Source: Scott Grodsky | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Feb 7 2023 | 07:15 | Kyrie Irving Traded To Dallas - Fantasy Basketball Impact |
Without a doubt, Kyrie Irving is arguably one of the most naturally gifted players in the National Basketball Association. He's a fantastic ball-handler and can get to the rim with ease. However, the former Duke Blue Devil's career has been surrounded by controversy, ultimately impacting his ability to win an MVP.The NBA trade deadline kicked off with a bang when Irving, who had demanded a trade out of Brooklyn, was traded to the Dallas Mavericks. NBA fans and fantasy managers are left wondering how things will play out.To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news.  Kyrie Irving's Season RecapIrving got suspended for an antisemitic social media post, keeping him out of the lineup for eight games. But since then, the 30-year-old stayed out of the limelight, so most had assumed he finally turned things around. He's played well all season, averaging 27.1 points, 5.3 assists, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.0 steals in 40 appearances.https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/1622324668047794177?s=20&t=NTffJ2tRvNpjAA7bddjYHQHe was also selected to the All-Star team for the eighth time in his career. However, things were apparently going too well, as Irving dropped a bombshell by requesting a trade. His wish was granted, as he was sent to Dallas in exchange for ... [ More] |
Fri Jan 27 2023 | 14:30 | Bobby Portis To Miss At Least Two Weeks With Knee Issue |
Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers and will be out for at least two more weeks while he deals with an MCL sprain in his right knee. According to Adrian Wojnarowski, Portis will be re-evaluated after those two weeks to see if he could then return to the court. Fantasy managers will want to find a replacement in the meantime and that could come in the form of Jordan Nwora or Joe Ingles. MarJon Beauchamp (patella) could also be an option when he returns. |
Source: Adrian Wojnarowski | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Jan 24 2023 | 23:12 | Bobby Portis Out For Wednesday's Game Versus Denver |
Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis (knee) won't play on Wednesday versus the Denver Nuggets. The 27-year-old exited Monday's meeting with Detroit because of a sore right knee, limiting him to just 21 minutes on the floor. Portis has had a fantastic season, averaging 14.4 points and a career-high 10.1 rebounds, so fantasy managers are certainly keeping their fingers crossed that his current ailment isn't serious. Nevertheless, until Portis can make it back, Jordan Nwora and MarJon Beauchamp should see some extra minutes. However, both men are limited in terms of fantasy potential, considering Giannis Antetokounmpo will get all the work he can handle moving ahead. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Sun Jan 22 2023 | 02:09 | Fantasy Basketball Injuries From Saturday: Marcus Smart, Robert Williams III, Kristaps Porzingis, OG Anunoby |
It wasn't a good day for many clubs around the National Basketball Association, with many teams dealing with unsettling injuries to their top players. Although these situations are always challenging for teams, fantasy managers are also left scrambling to find a replacement.This article will highlight some of the critical injuries that occurred on Saturday, January 21, 2023. At the same time, we will cover some players who were ruled out with a pre-existing ailment while examining which players have benefited.To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news.  The Celtics were without Jayson Tatum for Saturday's meeting with Toronto, as the MVP candidate got the day off to deal with wrist soreness. Luckily, the C's recently got Jaylen Brown back from a three-game layoff, so the team at least had its No. 2 scoring option. Boston also had Marcus Smart, who is proficient on both ends of the floor.Unfortunately, the reigning NBA Defensive Player of the Year's evening didn't last long, as he exited in the first half after suffering a sprained right ankle. Smart has battled ankle injuries throughout his career, so fantasy managers are familiar with this.https://twitter.com/ChrisForsberg_/status/1616933981362028546?s=20&t=ADA6dM_t2muMcgq6cJRitwWhile X-ray results were encouraging, revealing no structural damage, he'll likely miss a game or two, possibly more. As a result, ... [ More] |
Wed Jan 18 2023 | 23:56 | Fantasy Basketball Injuries From Wednesday: LaMelo Ball, Mitchell Robinson, Donovan Mitchell |
It was a busy nine-game slate around the National Basketball Association. However, it wasn't a good night for many clubs, especially the ones that dealt with an injury.This article will highlight some of the critical injuries that occurred on Wednesday, January 18, 2023. At the same time, we will cover some players who were ruled out with a pre-existing ailment while examining which players have benefited.To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news.  LaMelo Ball exited Monday's meeting with the Rockets with a sprained left ankle. This is an all too familiar ailment, as the 21-year-old injured it twice already this season. He missed the first 13 games of the 2022-23 campaign because of it before making his season debut on November 12 against Miami.https://twitter.com/HornetsOnBally/status/1615898994508546048?s=20&t=2ONmwk9cIuX1k5z8xOpxsQUnfortunately, the 2020 No. 3 overall pick was incapacitated again after stepping on a fan's foot during a matchup with Indiana just a few days later, keeping him sidelined for an additional 11 games. Now, it appears fantasy managers will be without Ball for a while, considering he needed help getting to the locker room.With ... [ More] |
Mon Jan 16 2023 | 23:49 | Fantasy Basketball Injuries From Monday: Donovan Mitchell, Josh Okogie, Kyle Lowry, Rudy Gobert |
As we celebrate the contributions of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the NBA had a loaded schedule throughout Monday. Unfortunately, there were some injuries throughout the day, which may create issues for teams moving ahead.This article will highlight some of the critical injuries that occurred on Saturday, January 16, 2023. At the same time, we will cover some players who were ruled out with a pre-existing ailment while examining which players have benefited.To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news.  Donovan Mitchell has been on a tear in his first season as a Cavalier, averaging a career-high 28.8 points per game. The 26-year-old has certainly made an impact, so there is naturally some concern surrounding his most recent injury, a groin strain, suffered during Monday's win over the Pelicans.https://twitter.com/ChrisFedor/status/1615106299636719632?s=20&t=nIB5An7gWfmmxjT49g7LLAMitchell exited in the third quarter and did not return to the contest, finishing with 11 points in 22 minutes. The former Louisville Cardinal has stayed relatively healthy in 2022-23, missing only five games. However, with the Cavs looking to make a deep run into the postseason, Mitchell may miss some games, beginning with Wednesday's meeting in Memphis.https://twitter.com/AmicoHoops/status/1615116579011690502?s=20&t=8uEcBgsFXrfQNXVsKuQmNAWithout him in the lineup, others will have to step up. Of course, the first name to come to mind is ... [ More] |
Sun Jan 15 2023 | 00:42 | Fantasy Basketball Injuries From Saturday: Derrick White, Rudy Gobert, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kyle Lowry, Tyler Herro |
It's January, and the National Basketball Association is nearing the halfway point in the 2022-23 season. Although many teams around the league have navigated their way through the year unscathed, other clubs haven't been as fortunate. Yet, when one player goes down, another is right around the corner and ready to step up.This article will highlight some of the critical injuries that occurred on Saturday, January 14, 2023. At the same time, we will cover some players who were ruled out with a pre-existing ailment while examining which players have benefited. To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage.  Jaylen Brown, the No. 2 offensive option for the Celtics, is possibly out for a couple of weeks because of an adductor injury. Obviously, this isn't ideal for Boston, a team that struggled throughout December while losing the first two contests of 2023.Although the C's have plenty of depth in the backcourt, Boston could be without Derrick White after the veteran suffered a neck strain in Saturday's win over the Hornets.https://twitter.com/celtics/status/1614425152200257542?s=20&t=SawJ1rLRAHqFYZAcIiNRJwThe former Spur will likely undergo further testing to determine the severity of the ailment. But it wouldn't be surprising if he missed at least a few games. Fortunately, ... [ More] |
Thu Jan 12 2023 | 19:26 | Bobby Portis Moves Into Starting Five |
Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis will slide into the starting five for Thursday's game against the Miami Heat. The Bucks will have both Portis and MarJon Beauchamp start during this game. This roster is shorthanded with Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), Joe Ingles (knee) and Grayson Allen (ankle) all out. That being said, Portis is expected to play a significant role in this game. He appears to be an excellent DFS option, while Beauchamp has some deep league appeal. |
Source: Milwaukee Bucks | RotoBaller.com |
Mon Jan 2 2023 | 07:44 | Bobby Portis Bags His 21st Double-Double |
Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Bobby Portis recorded his 21st double-double of the campaign in Sunday's loss to Washington, leading the team with 19 points and picking up 10 rebounds. Portis made his ninth start of the campaign, with Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) sitting out the contest. Jrue Holiday (illness) remained out as well and that gave Portis a big role on offense. His attacking efforts weren't at a high standard, though, as Portis ended up shooting only 6-for-16 from the field. He played 30 minutes and also tallied two assists and one steal. The 27-year-old is having a good campaign and has been a very useful piece for fantasy managers even as a bench performer, averaging 14.0 points and 10.1 rebounds for the season. His numbers have jumped to 16.8 points and 11.8 boards as a starter. |
Source: ESPN | RotoBaller.com |